Private Labels Operations Assistant - 8 months maternity cover (all genders)

Location
Germany - Berlin
Contract
Full time
Job Category
Product Management

THE ROLE & THE TEAM

In this role, you will be supporting the operational tasks from Sourcing teams with a higher focus on the Payments team which ensures smooth planning and processing of our documentary business within our trade finance setup. On top of this, there will be exciting opportunities to interact with broader Private Labels Supply teams which consist of sourcing, quality, material and sustainability teams.

You will be part of the Sourcing Team Private Labels team within Zalando Private Labels.

Our role is currently open as a maternity cover, until the end of January 2027.

INCLUSIVE BY DESIGN

If you think you have what it takes, we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!

At Zalando, our vision is to be the leading pan-European ecosystem for fashion and lifestyle e-commerce – one that thrives on diversity and is truly inclusive by design. We believe that diverse teams fuel innovation and creativity, and we actively seek out talent from all backgrounds.

We actively seek to reduce bias in our hiring and employment processes, focusing on your qualifications, skills, and contributions. To support this, we kindly ask that you refrain from including personal details such as your photo, age, or marital status in your CV, ensuring a fair and equitable evaluation based solely on your abilities and potential.

We are committed to providing an exceptional and accessible candidate experience for everyone. If you require any accommodations to support you throughout the hiring process, please let us know – we are here to assist you.

Discover more about our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace: https://jobs.zalando.com/en/our-culture/diversity-and-inclusion



 

WHAT WE'D LOVE YOU TO DO (AND LOVE DOING)

  • You are solely responsible for checking and verifying incoming commercial invoices and freight papers under documentary business (Letter of Credit and Documentary Collection).

  • You will be supporting us with issuing and amending Letter of Credits for our Private Labels suppliers.

  • You will be supporting the team in answering incoming emails from internal and external stakeholders.

  • You will be supporting the team in daily business and provide ad-hoc support (e.g. via excel reporting) if necessary.

WE'D LOVE TO MEET YOU IF

  • You have successfully completed Berufsausbildung or a bachelor degree.

  • Expertise in MS-Office and Google Suite, especially in Excel and Google Sheets.

  • Analytical, structured and independent approach to work .

  • Fluent in English. German is a plus.

  • A self motivated colleague and someone who is eager to learn.

OUR OFFER

Zalando provides a range of benefits, here’s an overview of what you can expect. Ask your Talent Acquisition Partner to learn more about what we offer.

  • Employee shares program

  • 40% off fashion and beauty products sold and shipped by Zalando, 30% off Zalando Lounge, discounts from external partners

  • 2 paid volunteering days a year

  • Hybrid working model with up to 60% remote per week, actual practice is up to each team to best support their collaboration  

  • Work from abroad for up to 30 working days a year

  • 27 days of vacation a year to start

  • Relocation assistance available (subject to prior agreement)

  • Family services, including counseling and support

  • Health and wellbeing options (including Gympass)

  • Mental health support and coaching available

Recruiter

Madalina Negrila

madalina.negrila@zalando.de

Please note that all applications from this job page must be completed using the online form - we do not accept applications via e-mail. Once reviewed, our recruiters will contact applicants via an official Zalando email address (@zalando.de).

In some cases we also work with a selection of headhunters and agencies to fill specific roles. Please note that neither Zalando nor our recruiting partners will ask for any kind of payment to apply for a job or attend an interview.

If you have any questions about our recruitment process, please take a look at our FAQ page.

About Zalando

Founded in Berlin in 2008, Zalando is the leading European technology platform for fashion and lifestyle. Connecting 62 million active customers with more than 7,000 brands across 29 markets, our operations are built on a unique AI-powered data and infrastructure platform. For our customers, our multi-app approach - comprising Zalando, ABOUT YOU, and Lounge by Zalando - delivers an inspiring, highly personalized shopping experience, serving different customers with different needs. For our partners, we are building the operating system for e-commerce. Through ZEOS, Tradebyte, and SCAYLE, we open our logistics, software, and service capabilities to brands and retailers, enabling them to seamlessly scale their businesses across borders.

Learn more about our culture